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Nearly a third of American students below the age of 18 are first generation students, per NCES. The relatively educated and affluent crowd on CC differs markedly from the overall demographics of college admissions, which has led some posters to place too much weight on FG status. </p>
<p>It may be a “tip” factor, particularly if it’s coupled with URM status, coming from an underrepresented state, etc. I wouldn’t consider it a hook. </p>